Skin: The Integumentary System Flashcards
1
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cutane/o, dermat/o, derm/o
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Skin
Intact skin is the first line of defense for the immune system. Skin waterproofs the body and is the major receptor for the sense of touch.
2
Q
seb/o
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Sebaceous Glands
Secrete sebum (oil) to lubricate the skin and discourage the growth of bacteria on the skin.
3
Q
hidr/o
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Sweat Glands
Secrete sweat to regulate bod temperature and water content, and these glands excrete some metabolic waste.
4
Q
pil/i, pil/o
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Hair
Aids in controlling the loss of body heat.
5
Q
onych/o, ungu/o
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Nails
Protect the dorsal surface of the last bone of each finger and toe.
6
Q
hirsut/o
A
hairy, rough
7
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kerat/o
A
horny, hard
8
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lip/o
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fat, lipid
9
Q
melan/o
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black, dark
10
Q
myc/o
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fungus
11
Q
onych/o
A
fingernail or toenail
12
Q
py/o
A
pus
13
Q
rhytid/o
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wrinkle
14
Q
urtic/o
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rash, hives
15
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xer/o
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dry
